Accounts Payable Team Lead

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Our client is currently recruiting an Accounts Payable Team Lead to join their team on a 12-month contract. The role will be based in Aberdeen and offers hybrid working. ROLE This role will be key in aligning AP processes across the business to one methodology, maximising the Medius software tool and creating efficiencies for the internal processes. This includes assessing an optimal strategic plan for the company, working with the Procurement team and wider business to understand the most effective and efficient resourcing plan and defining and implementing those plans The individual will be expected to drive significant change and efficiencies The individual will be managing and co-ordinating a team and will be expected to build the capabilities and skills of the team RESPONSIBILITIES Manage, coach and mentor the team. Conduct regular team meetings. Identify training and development needs and to build a plan to ensure these needs are met Ensure Medius is fit for purpose and improvements are implemented wherever possible, working with IS where applicable Ensure all ledgers are maintained, supplier and customer reconciliations and reports are completed accurately and on time (for example GRIR) Responsible for the aged creditors, to ensure no monthly/year-end surprises, and co-ordinate the aged debt and aged creditor review with the wider Finance Operations team Ensure issues are resolved quickly for all internal and external stakeholders Assist with improving the current KPIs and develop new KPIs for the business through Medius Review the current PO system and work closely with the Procurement and Supply chain team to develop a fit for purpose S2P process. Review current controls and implement improvements Work with the Treasury team to ensure no issues with clearing accounts or payments Ensure compliance with supplier set ups within the system, liaising with legal team as required Ensure all manual payments are paid accurately and on time (NB exception Treasury payments will be paid by Treasury) Work with Treasury team to ensure appropriate segregation of duties in processes Rectify any mis-postings in a timely manner and ensure that improved processes are adopted to avoid mis-postings in the future Key points of contact with the Auditors Work with the Tax Accountant to ensure all VAT is recorded correctly (NB UK VAT reports and recs will be prepared by Tax team) Ensure compliance with the Dutch VAT reporting and regulatory requirements Ensure payment practice report is prepared and submitted on time (half yearly) Provide support to the finance function in terms of analytics and ad hoc requests Support the Head of Treasury in their agenda Ad hoc duties REQUIREMENTS University degree / relevant work experience Significant experience in purchase ledger, accounts payable and team leadership in an international and complex business Track record of managing and driving business control within an international E&P or similar business Experience in dealing with stakeholders through matrix working Experience of SAP ERP and Medius preferred; Demonstrable record of improving systems and processes; Flexible team player, culturally sensitive and able to adapt management style to accommodate different business environments. The role requires a professional individual who prides themselves in attention to detail and is capable of working in often pressured situations Strong communication skills Ability to prioritise and work to monthly deadlines Flexible capable of working on own initiative, but also demonstrating great teamwork. SAP ERP, BW and BPC experience desirable Effective change agent
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Location:
Aberdeen
Job Type:
FullTime

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